Pedernales least gecko


The Pedernales least gecko is a species of lizard in the family Sphaerodactylidae. The species is endemic to the Dominican Republic.

Etymology

The specific name, randi, is in honor of American herpetologist Austin Stanley Rand.
The subspecific name, strahmi, is in honor of herpetologist Michael H. Strahm.

Habitat

The preferred habitat of S. randi is forest at altitudes of. This species inhabits dry forests and coastal scrubs, where it has been found beneath piles of organic debris like piles of coconut husks.

Reproduction

S. randi is oviparous.

Subspecies

Three subspecies are recognized as being valid, including the nominotypical subspecies.